The Pickup Artist: Eric Young Jr. To The Rescue

by Paul BourdettFiled under: MLB Waiver Wire Need help navigating the waiver wire each week? Let the Pickup Artist be your guide. Infielders Eric Young Jr. (2B/OF, COL) - 21% According to the Denver Post, Young is going to get a "long look" at leadoff for the Rockies. Need I say more? OK, I will. Since being recalled from Triple-A on August 14, Young's started five straight, essentially pushing Clint Barmes to the bench (or waivers -- word on the street says teams are interested in trading for the "Deer Hunter"). Young's gotten on base seven times in those five contests, pilfered three bags and scored a couple of runs. If you're strapped for speed and Young's still out there, make the add. He might very well lead the majors in swipes the rest of the way. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments